Comanche Language Apprentice Teacher

Indian Tribe; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Birthday Leave

Paid Holidays

Employer-paid Medical Insurance

Employer-paid Dental Insurance

Job summary

Comanche Nation Language Department in Lawton, OK, is seeking a Language Apprentice Teacher Candidate (LATC) to lead Comanche language learning and teaching efforts, advancing learners to conversational proficiency. You will engage in immersion sessions, mentor interactions, and material development.

The role requires independent work, strong communication, and willingness to travel up to 25%. The LATC supports language revitalization and community outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must be motivated, self-starter and able to work independently.
• Second Language Learning training or facilitator training highly recommended.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in the classroom and with the public.
• Basic office and internet computer skills, and other software programs needed to perform job duties.
• Must possess a Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass Drug Testing.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a Federal Background Investigation, employment will be contingent upon successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in daily Comanche language immersion sessions.
• Participate in self-study activities outside of the normal Comanche language immersion hours.
• Meets or exceeds target proficiency goals as set by the program Director.
• Meet one-on-one with Mentor-Speakers of Comanche language and in group settings.
• Responsible for documentation, compliance, and verifying participant progress in Comanche Language activities.
• Contribute to creation of lesson plans and learning materials for the Comanche language.
• Identify sources of information for teaching Comanche language.
• Participate in joint language revitalization efforts with various individuals, linguists and other academics.
• Promote the activities of the Comanche Nation Language Department to the general public.

Skills

Motivated

Self-starter

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Office & internet skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Comanche Nation Language Department in Lawton, OK, is seeking a Language Apprentice Teacher Candidate (LATC) to lead Comanche language learning and teaching efforts, advancing learners to conversational proficiency. You will engage in immersion sessions, mentor interactions, and material development.

The role requires independent work, strong communication, and willingness to travel up to 25%. The LATC supports language revitalization and community outreach initiatives.